Precor 9.33 Premium Series Review

When you pay for a membership of an expensive gym do you secretly wish that you never had to? Make your wish come true by bringing ‘the gym’ home by a onetime expenditure. Sleek, elegantly designed and technologically superior with a high horsepower motor the Precor 9.33 Premium Series is a befitting substitute for a gym and the perfect way to lose weight without having to undergo any muscle or joint pain. Its unique foot plant technology, a workout log and personal best tracker are some of its biggest advantages. Additionally, it is loaded with features such as 16 preset programs, heart-rate monitoring, quick control keys, customized workouts, password protection, safety stop button, in-built fan, adequately cushioned running surface, accessory holder and many more. Read on and find out why we rate the Precor 9.33 Premium Series among our top choices.

This machine is extremely smooth in its functioning and does not even make its presence felt when in use. It is not noisy at all and the transitions between speed and inclination are without any grinding. The only downside of this equipment is that it does not fold hence you cannot push it away to a corner when not in use. Measuring 79 x 34 x 56 inches it requires a proper committed space for storage, whether in use or not.

Workout Features: 5/5

Along with the basic features, which any standard treadmill has, this Precor model 9.33 has many extra workout features, which makes it rather unique. Apart from the 16 preset workout programs, which can be set as per your choice, it also has three unique features. First, the foot plant technology, which automatically adjusts the speed of the running belt with respect to the your speed. Finally, the other two are a workout log and personal best tracker, which together help keep personalized records of your workouts. While to some such a feature may seem like overkill, we believe it will actually help keep the motivation going strong. Speed ranges from 0.5 to 12mph and inclines up to 15% accompanied with one touch control buttons for easy operation.

The Precor 9.33 has a powerful 3.0 horsepower continuous duty motor, which boosts performance. This enables the treadmill to function accurately and smoothly even at high speed or incline levels without any hitches. We believe, this to be a major buying point for the 9.33 as the larger motor will tire out much later than usual.

Ease of Use: 5/5

Piecing together this treadmill is quite simple and does not require much tools or help. It can easily be done by following the instructions given in the manual. Furthermore, using the machine is like cakewalk – it has dedicated one touch keys for speed, incline as well as other settings. The 16 preset programs can also be used as per convenience and requirement. Moreover the workout log helps in keeping a track of how many hours, miles, etc. you have worked out aiding in keeping track of your progress towards that ultimate goal of getting slim, trim and healthy.

Running Belt & Deck: 5/5

The 9.33 model of the Premium series by Precor absolutely lives up to the standard of a high-class treadmill with regards to its running belt and deck. The running surface measures 22 x 56 inches making it uber-comfortable for long strides while being extremely stable. Furthermore, not only is the belt sufficiently cushioned to eliminate any pressure on the knees or joints but the surface is also lined with non-skid PVC to ensure a strong grip making it ideal for running and jogging. Plus the deck has a phenolic lamination, which increases its life tenfold.

Extra Features: 5/5

One uncommon feature of the 9.33 model is its password protection mechanism giving you the power to lock and unlock it as and when needed. Another safety feature is the emergency stop button and magnetic safety key, ensuring immediate disconnection of power supply in case of emergencies. While we aren’t sure how the password protection system will help, we do find the latter a welcome inclusion. Alternatively. it boasts a cooling fan, heart rate monitor sensors embedded in the full length hand rails, option of customizing the workout in case of multiple users, a diagnostic system and an accessory holder.

Overall: 5/5

The Precor 9.33 Premium Series is a perfect example of the saying ‘more you pay, the more it is worth’. If you’re thinking whether to make this investment or not, rest assured you’ll not regret it. Ergonomically designed, this powerful motorized machine perhaps gives more priority to your fitness than you currently do. The wide range of preset programs, workout trackers, high class deck and running surface with cushioning and its unique feature of belt-and-foot speed synchronization are first-rate among other wonderful features. Once you start using this treadmill you will never want to give it up or substitute with any other machine.

Features and SpecificationsMore Pictures

3.0 horsepower continuous duty motor

Running surface: 22 x 56 inches

Speed limit: 0.5 to 12 mph

Incline up to 15%

Foot plant technology, which synchronizes the belt speed with the foot speed